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In "Best Lincoln Stories, Tersely Told," J. E. Gallaher artfully distills the essence of America's 16th President through a collection of succinct yet poignant anecdotes. Gallaher's literary approach marries brevity with a deep reverence for historical accuracy, ensuring that each tale resonates with both humor and gravitas. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the Civil War era, these stories highlight Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy, showcasing his wit, wisdom, and humanity. Gallaher's narrative style, rich in imagery yet streamlined in form, invites readers to explore the complexities of Lincoln's character in a series of microcosmic vignettes that are accessible and engaging. J. E. Gallaher is a historian and author whose fascination with American history, particularly the life and times of Lincoln, informs his writing. His meticulous research and passion for storytelling enable him to present lesser-known episodes alongside famous anecdotes, giving readers a multifaceted glimpse into Lincoln's life. Gallaher's background in academia and journalism equips him with a unique voice that bridges scholarly insight and popular appeal, making history both informative and entertaining. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by American history or the legacy of Abraham Lincoln. Gallaher's keen insight, paired with his accessible prose, makes these stories resonate with contemporary themes of leadership, resilience, and empathy. Whether you are a history buff or a casual reader, "Best Lincoln Stories, Tersely Told" offers an enriching and enjoyable journey through the life of one of America's most beloved figures.
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GenreHistory
Length3 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CONTENTS.
52LINCOLN ASKED FOR SOME OF GRANT’S WHISKY.
2LINCOLN’S GREAT STRENGTH AS A BOY.
53LINCOLN BELIEVED HIMSELF UGLY.
3WAS PROUD OF HIS STRENGTH.
54LINCOLN’S KINDNESS TO A DISABLED SOLDIER.
4LINCOLN A POWERFUL WRESTLER.
55A SAMPLE OF LINCOLN’S STATESMANSHIP.
5LINCOLN SPLIT 400 RAILS FOR A YARD OF BROWN JEANS.
56TWO GOOD STORIES.
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6LINCOLN AS A VERSE WRITER.
57LINCOLN RAISES A WARNING VOICE AGAINST THE CONCENTRATION OF GREAT WEALTH.
7LINCOLN’S QUICK WIT IN HELPING A GIRL TO SPELL A WORD.
58LINCOLN AND THE DYING SOLDIER BOY.
8LINCOLN AS A NOTION PEDDLER.
59THE DANDY, THE BUGS AND THE PRESIDENT.
9LINCOLN SAVED FROM DROWNING.
60LINCOLN UPHELD THE HANDS OF GENERAL GRANT.
10LINCOLN’S YOUTHFUL ELOQUENCE.
61WHY LINCOLN TOLD STORIES.
11ONE OF LINCOLN’S SONGS.
62LINCOLN REWARDS A MAN FOR KINDNESS THIRTY YEARS AFTER THE OCCURRENCE.
12LINCOLN’S FIRST POLITICAL SPEECH.
63LINCOLN A MERCIFUL MAN.
13HOW LINCOLN BECAME KNOWN AS “HONEST ABE.”
64LINCOLN’S HUMOROUS ADVICE TO A DISTINGUISHED BACHELOR.
14LINCOLN WAS AN “OBLIGING” MAN.
65HOW LINCOLN ANSWERED A DELICATE QUESTION.
15HOW LINCOLN PAID A LARGE DEBT.
66LINCOLN ILLUSTRATES A CASE HUMOROUSLY.
16HIS FIRST SIGHT OF SLAVERY.
67WHY LINCOLN MISTOOK A DRIVER TO BE AN EPISCOPALIAN.
17LINCOLN AND DAVIS IN THE BLACK HAWK WAR.
68A CLERGYMAN WHO TALKED BUT LITTLE.
18LINCOLN’S GLOWING TRIBUTE TO HIS MOTHER.
69HOW LINCOLN RECEIVED A JACKKNIFE AS A PRESENT.
19WHAT LINCOLN’S STEP-MOTHER SAID OF HIM.
70THE BEST CAR FOR HIS CORPSE.
20LINCOLN’S FIRST LOVE.
71HIS TITLE DID HOT HELP ANY.
21THE DUEL LINCOLN DIDN’T FIGHT.
72ONE OF MR. LINCOLN’S AUTOGRAPHS.
22LINCOLN AS A DANCER.
73LINCOLN’S SUBSTITUTE.
23LINCOLN’S COURTSHIP AND MARRIAGE.
74LINCOLN’S ESTIMATE OF THE FINANCIAL STANDING OF A NEIGHBOR.
24LINCOLN’S PERSONAL APPEARANCE.
75LINCOLN’S QUERY PUZZLED THE MAN.
25LINCOLNS’ MOTHER.
76LINCOLN’S INAUGURATION.
26LINCOLN’S MELANCHOLIA.
77JOHN SHERMAN’S FIRST MEETING WITH LINCOLN.
27LINCOLN’S HEIGHT.
78LINCOLN AND THE SENTINEL.
28HOW LINCOLN BECAME A LAWYER.
79ORIGIN OF “WITH MALICE TOWARD NONE, ETC.”
29LINCOLN AS A LAWYER.
80HIS GOOD MEMORY OF NAMES.
30LINCOLN’S CONSCIENTIOUSNESS IN TAKING CASES.
81LINCOLN’S GRIEF OVER THE DEFEAT OF THE UNION ARMY.
31THE JURY UNDERSTOOD.
82THREE STORIES OF LINCOLN BY SENATOR PALMER.
32LINCOLN’S HONESTY WITH A LADY CLIENT.
83HIS FAMOUS SECOND INAUGURAL ADDRESS.
33LINCOLN WINS A CELEBRATED CASE.
84LINCOLN SAID EVEN A REBEL COULD BE SAVED.
34LINCOLN’S “SELFISHNESS.”
85WASHINGTON AND LINCOLN COMPARED.
35LINCOLN REMOVES A LICENSE ON THEATRES.
86LINCOLN REMEMBERED HIM.
36HOW LINCOLN GOT THE WORST OF A HORSE TRADE.
87WHY LINCOLN PARDONED THEM.
37LINCOLN HELPED HIM TO WIN.
88THE LINCOLN PORTRAITS.
38LINCOLN SETTLES A QUARREL WITHOUT GOING TO LAW.
89LINCOLN’S FAITH IN PROVIDENCE.
39A LINCOLN STORY ABOUT LITTLE DAN WEBSTER’S SOILED HANDS.
90LINCOLN’S LAST WORDS.
40LINCOLN’S LONG LIMBS DRIVE A MAN OUT OF HIS BERTH.
91A CHICAGOAN WHO SAW LINCOLN SHOT.
41LINCOLN’S JOKE ON DOUGLAS.
92MARTYRED LINCOLN’S BLOOD.
42LINCOLN SHREWDLY TRAPS DOUGLAS.
93A STRANGE COINCIDENCE IN THE LIVES OF LINCOLN AND HIS SLAYER.
43LINCOLN’S FAIRNESS IN DEBATE.
94WHERE IS THE ORIGINAL EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION?
44LINCOLN ASKED HIS FRIEND’S HELP FOR THE UNITED STATES SENATE.
95MR. GRIFFITHS ON LINCOLN.
45MAKING LINCOLN PRESENTABLE.
96A FAMOUS CHICAGO LAWYER’S VIEWS.
46EVIDENCE OF LINCOLN’S RELIGIOUS BELIEF.
97LINCOLN WAS PLAIN BUT GREAT.
47LINCOLN A TEMPERANCE MAN.
98LINCOLN’S SPECIFIC LIFE WORK.
48LINCOLN’S FAMOUS GETTYSBURG ADDRESS.
99THE PROPOSED PURCHASE OF THE SLAVES.
49THE GETTYSBURG ADDRESS.
100SENATOR THURSTON’S SPEECH.
50LINCOLN AS A RULER.
101LINCOLN ANALYZED.
51LINCOLN’S REAL OBJECT IN CONDUCTING THE WAR.
102THE RELIGION OF THE PRESIDENTS.
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